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Latest vlogs
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Studying Sociology as a first year student
Hi, my name is Kate and I am currently a first year student at the University of York studying Sociology with Social Psychology. I am enjoying studying my degree so far and have written a short blog about my course,…
Studying Social and Political Sciences as a mature student
Hi! I’m Tugba. I am a final year mature student studying BA Social and Political Sciences. I am going to share my experiences as a mature student who has no educational background in the UK and I hope my journey…
How studying theatre at York prepares you for your career
Hi, I’m Dylan. I study the BA Theatre: Writing, Directing and Performance here at the University of York. I want to share why I love this course and why you will too! Every day I work in industry-standard facilities alongside…
Latest postgraduate posts
Transitioning to studying postgraduate Biology at York
PhD student Lubna answers some questions about what it was like moving from undergraduate to postgraduate study in the Department of Biology at York. What part of transitioning to postgraduate study was the hardest and how did you tackle this?…
My Experience Studying MSc Management at York
Hi there! I am Pranmayee, a postgraduate student studying MSc Management at the University of York. Since childhood, I always dreamt of pursuing higher education in one of the British universities. Back then it was just a fascination, but later…
Studying a Masters in Accounting and Financial Management
Hi there, I’m Yixin and I’ve just graduated with an MSc in Accounting and Financial Management. I wanted to spill the beans on my university journey covering the courses I studied, the awesome opportunities and the buzzing student societies. Studying…
Preparing for Uni
Joining the York community: an interview with our students
What’s it like to settle into the York community? We sat with three of our students to talk ducks, dreams, dinners, and the magic of friendship. KATRINA (MSci Psychology) |…
Living away from home for the first time
I just finished my first year of uni, so I thought it would be good to tell you about my experience living away from home for the first time. I’m…
Top tips to take 1st Year by the Viking horns
The first year of anything new can be tough. The first year of university, especially so. Fear not, though, as here are my top tips on how to survive. Let…
Joining the York community: an interview with our students
What’s it like to settle into the York community? We sat with three of our students to talk ducks, dreams, dinners, and the magic of friendship. KATRINA (MSci Psychology) |…
My top tips for healthy eating as a student
Coming to uni is a big – and slightly stressful – step. One of the worries I had was having to cook every day, even though I enjoy it very…
My favourite student recipes
Hi! My name is Kayla and I’m a final year Economics student. My favourite thing about York are the many bars and restaurants it has to offer! I’ve created a…
Joining the York community: an interview with our students
What’s it like to settle into the York community? We sat with three of our students to talk ducks, dreams, dinners, and the magic of friendship. KATRINA (MSci Psychology) |…
Freshers’ Week as a student who doesn’t drink
Hi! I’m Amelia (she/her) and I’m a first year French and German student, living in Halifax College. Before university, I was worried about Freshers’ Week. A lot of what you…
How not to lose your shirt: advice I wish I got for Freshers’ Week
Oh, Fresher’s Week, Freshers’ Week, wherefore art thou Freshers’ Week? As a former fresher, I can attest to the roller-coaster that is Freshers’ Week. But fear not, here’s the advice…
Accommodation
Top tips for making your room feel like home
Hello there! My name is Parker and I am a first year student in Langwith College. I was really excited to decorate my room before I started university. But I didn’t know what specific things I should bring. I love…
Personalising Your Room
The first – and most enduring – challenge a university student faces is the issue of room decoration. Whether you’re in campus accommodation or renting privately elsewhere, you’ll be spending a lot of time there. So it’s worth putting the…
Joining the York community: an interview with our students
What’s it like to settle into the York community? We sat with three of our students to talk ducks, dreams, dinners, and the magic of friendship. KATRINA (MSci Psychology) | James (BA International Relations) | KABEER (BSc Physics) So, looking…
Choosing a university
UG and PG study in the School for Business and Society
At the start of this year, I was in my final year of undergrad study and looking for a Masters course that could help me focus on HR. I had been talking with my supervisor about the different options, but…
My favourite places on the Uni of York campus
Hi, I’m George. I’m a third year Business of the Creative Industries student. Here’s my video on my favourite places on campus, including the spots I like to study and socialise in. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEHkg1vZtjQ
Top Uni Tips for First-Generation Students!
Hi! I’m Olivia 🙂 And I’m the first person in my family to come to University. Meet my family here! Not only am I the first one in my immediate family to go to university, but the first one in…
Studying at York
Studying Sociology as a first year student
Hi, my name is Kate and I am currently a first year student at the University of York studying Sociology with Social Psychology. I am enjoying studying my degree so far and have written a short blog about my course,…
Graduate success stories: where a degree from York took them
Last month we welcomed the class of 2023 to our alumni network and to celebrate this we caught up with five alumni to see where their degree from York took them. Neil Melville Class of 2002, Physics with PhilosophyRole: Parabolic…
My experience studying elementary Italian through the Languages for All programme
Hi, I’m a member of the public who lives between Leeds and York. I am studying LfA Elementary Italian this year at the University of York as an adult student. I have been learning Italian for a few years and…
Transitioning to studying postgraduate Biology at York
PhD student Lubna answers some questions about what it was like moving from undergraduate to postgraduate study in the Department of Biology at York. What part of transitioning to postgraduate study was the hardest and how did you tackle this?…
My Experience Studying MSc Management at York
Hi there! I am Pranmayee, a postgraduate student studying MSc Management at the University of York. Since childhood, I always dreamt of pursuing higher education in one of the British universities. Back then it was just a fascination, but later…
Studying Social and Political Sciences as a mature student
Hi! I’m Tugba. I am a final year mature student studying BA Social and Political Sciences. I am going to share my experiences as a mature student who has no educational background in the UK and I hope my journey…
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Student support
Bridging cultures: how my degree shaped my career and future
Hi, I’m Kexin from China, and I’m excited to share my York journey with you. Having graduated from the Department of Education in 2021, my time at York has been…
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Financial support at York
Getting financial support I have forgotten this donkey’s name. But I am reliably informed that he is a long-standing member of the team. This donkey saved my life. In all…
Transition from Basic to Scholar with Skill Development Support at the University of York
Imagine you are applying for a job that requires critical thinking, or you are working on your dissertation but are unsure about choosing the correct statistical method, or you simply…